Description
Irresistible red velvet cookies with cream cheese frosting blend rich cocoa and tangy cream cheese into a heavenly dessert experience. Sweet Southern charm meets classic indulgence, promising pure delight for cookie enthusiasts who crave something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Flavor and Color Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel)
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Binding and Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Blend dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt) in a medium bowl. In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until airy and pale.
- Incorporate egg, buttermilk, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar into the butter mixture, mixing until smooth and uniform in color.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
- Refrigerate dough for 15-20 minutes to enhance texture and improve scooping consistency.
- Roll chilled dough into 1-inch spheres, positioning them 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, ensuring cookies are set but retain a soft center. Cookies will appear slightly underdone.
- Allow cookies to rest on baking sheets for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to wire rack for complete cooling.
- Prepare frosting by whipping cream cheese and butter until silky and well-integrated.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until frosting becomes light and fluffy.
- Once cookies are completely cool, generously spread cream cheese frosting over each cookie.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent spreading and maintain the cookies’ shape during baking.
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red color without altering the cookie’s texture.
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for smoother, lump-free frosting.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg